2025-12-27T20:00:00-07:00
...WIDESPREAD WINTER WEATHER AND WIND IMPACTS... .A series of cold fronts will move through the Northern Rockies bringing wind and snow impacts beginning as early as late tonight into Friday morning. Snow squalls are possible in west-central and southwest Montana late Friday night into early Saturday morning. A push of Arctic air will move westward across the Continental Divide on Saturday bringing another uptick and change in direction of winds with much colder temperatures to follow. * WHAT...Snow expected. There is a likelihood of minor to moderate winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Lolo Pass, Dixie, Elk City, Highway 93 Sula to Lost Trail Pass, and Highway 12 Lowell to Lolo Pass. * WHEN...From 5 AM MST /4 AM PST/ Friday to 8 PM MST /7 PM PST/ Saturday. * IMPACTS...For MODERATE winter weather impacts, expect disruptions to normal activities. Hazardous traveling conditions. Use extra caution while driving. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning and evening commutes, especially over higher passes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Payette Nf Boundary On Lake Creek (Just West Marshall Lake) To To And Including Chinook Campground Paddle Report
Last Updated: 2025-12-24
The Payette River is a popular whitewater destination in Idaho, with the segment from the Nf Boundary on Lake Creek to Chinook Campground being a particularly thrilling run.
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The ideal streamflow range for this stretch is between 1,500 and 4,000 cubic feet per second (cfs), with the best time to tackle the rapids being in late spring to early summer.
This section of the Payette River is rated as a Class III-IV run, with a total segment mileage of approximately 15 miles. The river features several challenging rapids, including Staircase, The Notch, and The Sluice Box. These rapids offer significant obstacles and require experienced paddlers to navigate them safely.
There are specific regulations that must be followed when paddling this stretch of the Payette River. All paddlers must wear a personal flotation device (PFD) and helmets at all times while on the river. Additionally, boaters must carry a whistle and a throw bag. There are also restrictions on camping along the riverbank, with designated campsites available at Chinook Campground.
Overall, the Payette River run from Nf Boundary on Lake Creek to Chinook Campground is an exciting and challenging whitewater adventure. Paddlers should be experienced and prepared for the rapids and follow all regulations to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip. Sources used for this information include American Whitewater and Idaho Whitewater.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-24 |
| River Levels | 1230 cfs (4.41 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 241% |
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| Class Level | iii-iv |
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| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 13310700 |
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Area Campgrounds
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Chinook Campground
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Chinook
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Burgdorf
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Burgdorf Campground
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Lake Creek Dispersed Camping Area
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Jeanette Campground
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Payette Nf Boundary On Lake Creek (Just West Marshall Lake) To To And Including Chinook Campground
Chinook Campground To Ponderosa Campground
Lake Creek